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THIS WEEK
- MON, Aug 31: Meet & Greet with Principal Kennel, Administrative Vice Principal Farr, and College Advisor Nguyen, 6pm, PAC Café
- TUE, Sep 1: PTA general meeting, 8:45 to 10 am, PAC Café
- THU, Sep 3: Back to School Night, 6:15 pm
- FRI, Sep 4: Minimum Day (View the M-A Bell Schedule.)
NEXT WEEK
- MON, Sep 7: Labor Day observed, NO SCHOOL
- TUE, Sep 8: Senior Parent College Night, 7 pm, PAC Café
- WED & THU, Sep 9 & 10: Picture Make-up Days
UPCOMING
- TUE, Sep 15: Minimum Day
- WED, Sep 16: Club Training, 3:15pm, PAC
- FRI, Sep 18: End of first quarter
- TUE, Sep 22: College early action letter of recommendation deadline
- TUE, Sep 29: Last day to drop a class
- WED, Sep 30: Global Leadership mandatory meeting, 6 to 7:30, Library
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 Two Important Events this Week
Meet & Greet with the Principal:
Please join me for a Meet & Greet with the Principal on Monday, August 31 in our PAC Café at 6:00 pm. J.C. Farr, our new Administrative Vice Principal, and Mai Lin Nyugen, our new College Advisor, will join me. Please join us for casual conversation and some light refreshments!
Back to School Night:
Also, be sure to attend Back to School Night this Thursday, September 3rd, starting with a welcome message in the PAC theater for new families at 6:15 pm followed by class visits (starting at 6:45 pm) to meet your student's teachers and learn about plans for the school year.
Please wear a helmet when riding your bike to M-A!
It's been wonderful to see so many students biking to school. Biking is great exercise, and it really helps reduce traffic congestion. While it's terrific to see so many students on their bicycles, it's a concern that many students are not wearing bike helmets. Please remember to wear your bike helmet when biking to M-A!
Thank you for all of the amazing support from parents, students and staff. I look forward to a fabulous 2015-16 school year.
~ Simone Rick-Kennel, M-A Principal
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Dos Eventos Importantes Esta Semana
Conozca y Salude a la Directora: Están cordialmente invitados a acompañarme a una sesión de Conozca y Salude a la Directora el lunes 31 de agosto en la cafeteria de nuestro PAC a las 6:00 pm. J.C. Farr, nuestro nuevo vice-rector administrativo, y Mai Lin Nyugen, nuestra nueva cosejera universitaria, estarán también presentes. Únase a nosotros para tener una conversación casual a la vez que compartimos refrescos y pasabocas.
Noche de Regreso a la Escuela No olviden asistir a la Noche de Regreso a la Escuela este jueves 3 de septiembre. La velada comenzará con un mensaje de bienvenida para familias nuevas en el teatro PAC a las 6:15 pm. Desde las 6:45 pm comenzarán las visitas a los diferentes salones de clase para conocer el maestro o maestra de sus estudiantes y para enterarse de los planes para el año escolar.
Nota: Por favor, use casco protector cuando se transporte en su bicicleta de ida y vuelta a M-A!
Ha sido maravilloso ver un gran número de estudiantes usando sus bicicletas para transportarse a la escuela. Montar bicicleta es un buen ejercicio y, realmente, ayuda a reducer la congestion de tráfico. Si bien es magnífico ver a tantos estudiantes en sus bicicletas, es preocupante que muchos de ellos no usan casco protector. Por favor, recuerde usar su casco cuando se transporte en bicicleta de ida y vuelta a M-A!
Gracias por todo el asombroso apoyo recibido de parte de los padres, estudiantes y empleados. Espero con confianza que tendremos un fabuloso año escolar 2015-16.
~Simone Rick-Kennel, Directora, M-A
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New Administrative Vice Principal J.C. Farr
I am thrilled to announce that J.C. Farr will be joining our administrative team. J.C. comes to us with excellent experience (at the middle and high school levels) as a Social Studies teacher, head basketball coach, and eight years of experience as a Vice Principal. For the last three years, he has been an Assistant Principal at Castro Valley High School where his responsibilities included serving as a House Principal, overseeing 1,000 students. We are fortunate to have this excellent educator join our team! __________________
Bienvenido a nuestro nuevo Sub-Director Me complace anunciar que J.C. Farr se unirá a nuestro equipo administrativo. J.C. viene a nosotros con excelente experiencia (en los niveles de secundaria y preparatoria) como un profesor de estudios sociales, entrenador principal de baloncesto y ocho años de experiencia como un Sub-Director. Durante los últimos tres años, ha sido Sub-Director en Castro Valley High School donde sus responsabilidades incluyeron sirviendo como un director de casa, supervisando 1,000 estudiantes. Somos afortunados de tener este excelente educador unirse a nuestro equipo!
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New College Advisor Mai Lien Nguyen
We're excited to announce that Mai Lien Nguyen will join Menlo-Atherton as our new College Advisor. For the last four years, Mai has been the College Advisor at Mountain View High School, where she implemented initiatives to enhance college preparation for all students, with a commitment to equity and options for all. Mai has also been a featured contributor to the College Admission book blog and maintained a detailed College/Career Center website, including advice for students about the college-admission process. Please welcome Mai to Menlo-Atherton. __________________
Estamos muy contentos de anunciar que Mai Lien Nguyen se unirá a Menlo-Atherton como nuestra nueva asesora del colegio. Durante los últimos cuatro años, Mai ha sido la asesora de la Universidad en Mountain View High School, donde ella ha implementado iniciativas para mejorar la preparación para la Universidad y las opciones para todos los estudiantes, con un compromiso de equidad para todos. Mai también ha sido una colaboradora del destacado blog de Libro de Admisión del Colegio y mantiene una página web detallada de su Centro de Carrera/Colegio, incluyendo asesoramiento para los estudiantes sobre el proceso de admisión a la Universidad. Por favor, denle la bienvenida a Mai a Menlo-Atherton. |
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Senior Parent College Night
Dear Parents of Seniors:
I am thrilled to be joining this fabulous school, and it's been a sincere pleasure meeting many students and parents already. Please plan to attend:
Senior Parent College Night
Tuesday, September 8, at 7 pm in the PAC Café
This is an informational night for parents only. The event will be simultaneously translated for parents who prefer to hear the information in Spanish. I hope to see you there! In addition, I am periodically sending important emails to students with useful information about college visits, recommendation letters, deadlines, and more. My door is always open to students who have questions or concerns about their applications. ~ Mai Lien Nguyen, College and Career Advisor |
Wondering About Schedule Changes?
A level change will only be allowed if space permits during the following time periods: o During the first two weeks of the school year: August 18 to September 1
o At the quarter: October 13 to 23
o At the semester: December 14, 2015 to January 8, 2016
For a student to drop a class and not have it show on his/her transcript, please request the change by September 29, 2015. The last day to withdraw (Withdrawal Pass - WP, or Withdrawal Fail - WF) from the first semester class is November 3, 2015. However, this will show up on the transcript. ~ Silvia Torres, Head Guidance Counselor
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Homework Help
- Need assistance with homework? After school tutoring for 9th and 10th grade students will take place in the F wing from 3:15 to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday with Math in F-8, Science in F-11, Social Studies in F-17 and English in F-18, as well as the Writing Center in F-9 (11th and 12th grade students welcome).
- Need a place to do homework? Our Homework Center will be open in the Library from 3:15 to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday (any grade welcome).
- Need to recover credits? We will also have a credit recovery lab for students to make up courses online (using Cyber High) in L-1 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Students should see their counselors if they are interested in enrolling.
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Menlo-Atherton Academy Mentor ProgramThe Menlo-Atherton Academy Program is in need of 100 mentors. This year's program consists of only four carefully organized on-campus meetings. You will be provided with a specific lesson and objective before each meeting requiring minimal preparation on your end. The four dates for the 2015-16 school year are Friday, October 2, December 4, January 29, and March 11 from 9:00 to 10:30 am in the PAC Café.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and I really hope to have you involved in the program this year.
~Chris Rubin, Menlo-Atherton Computer Academy Coordinator
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Please Join the PTA!
JOIN THE PTA - Have you joined the PTA this year? There's still time! Our membership drive ends September 30. You can join online at www.mabearspta.org (click JOIN THE PTA) or by mail (download the form at www.mabearspta.org and send it in with your check to the M-A office).
The PTA funds quality experiences for the M-A learning community like Challenge Day, the Parent Education Series, and funding for Mini-Grants for teachers and staff, as well as purchases essential supplies and equipment for classrooms. Please consider donating.
Thanks for your support! ~Amy McLanahan and Lara Hoyem, M-A PTA Membership Co-Chairs
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Volunteers Needed for Challenge Day 2015 -- Be the Change!
Join us Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, October 26, 27, and 28 for this important one-day workshop that promotes compassion, communication and community building among the Class of 2019. It's a great way for parents of all students to get involved at M-A. This one-day commitment helps our teens break down barriers and create new levels of empathy and respect. Come participate in one of the most meaningful volunteer opportunities of the year.
We especially need small group facilitators, from 8:15 am to 3:30 pm. We will need almost 200 adult volunteers, who are critical to the success of this program. Please consider signing up!
To volunteer, pick the day you prefer and e-mail the Julie Quinlan at challengeday@mabearspta.org. Please put "Challenge Day Volunteer" in the subject line. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!
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Thank You from the Library
A big thank you from the library to all the PTA volunteers who helped us distribute textbooks: Mary Ryan, Lauren Calhoon, Pacita Ikonomou, Audrey Kemp, Valorie Friedsam, Mary Murphy, Roscoe Jennings, Lourdes Lopez, Kathryn Bowden, Venetia Riso, Gail Gran, Narmina Sharifova, Jacquie Kershner, Lora Christen, Diane Schiano, Pam Fernandes, Kristin McDonnell, and Peri Caylor.
With your help most classes received their books within the first four days of school, and we were able to open for students on Monday, August 24!
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M-A Today and Streaming Events
We're looking for season and yearly sponsors! If you'd like to see your business or cause on a banner next to an M-A Today broadcast or live stream, get in touch at matoday@seq.org.
M-A Today!, our bi-weekly show, airs Tuesdays and Fridays starting at 10:45 am. These episodes will then be posted to our youtube channel. Our show airs live on Channel 28 for Comcast subscribers, or on our streaming service at http://thecube.com/event/m-a-today-318779. We'll be doing our best to live stream many sporting and PAC events, so stay tuned for announced dates.
Email matoday@seq.org if you're interested in becoming a sponsor, have questions, or requests for announcements, segments, or streaming.
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Student Club News
Do you like the TV show Jeopardy? Now YOU can buzz in to answer questions. The Quiz Bowl club meets at lunchtime on Wednesdays and Thursdays in room B-10. Everyone is welcome. For more information, visit www.suekayton.com/QuizBowl.htm.
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Inside M-A Leadership
Welcome Back, Bears! This year's mission is to increase school spirit and offer some great service events.
We will be assisting with Back to School Night on September 3. Look for Leadership Students for assistance in finding a classroom.
All students who wish to start a club at M-A may go to www.menloathertonleadership.com and click on "Create a Club." Club training will occur on September 23 in the PAC starting at 3:15 pm. 2015 Fall Club Rush on October 2 will give clubs the opportunity to talk about their club work and recruit members. This event will be held on the Green.
Spirit Week will be from October 13-16 with the Homecoming Rally on the 16th. Our Homecoming Game vs. Aragon will be the evening of October 16 and the Homecoming King and Queen will be announced. On the following night, October 17, we will host our Homecoming Dance at the Fox Theatre in Redwood City. The doors will open at 8 pm and close at 9 pm. The dance will end at 11 pm.
For all of you with "little ones," Leadership will host its 14th Annual Trick or Treat Street on October 28 here at M-A.
Lastly, M-A will wrap up its first semester with the annual Canned Food Drive. Last year, we brought over 200,000 cans in for our Canned Food Drive! We will look to the students and local community to reign as the biggest Canned Food Drive put on by a high school in North America. All Leadership students and anyone who would like to serve food to our local community can do so by volunteering at our Distribution Day at Ecumenical Hunger in East Palo Alto on December 5.
Please visit our website at www.menloathertonleadership.com. ~Mr. Amoroso, Student Activities Coordinator |
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M-A Parent Education Series
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M-A PARENT EDUCATION SERIES and KEPLER'S BOOKS PRESENT
Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain
An evening with Dr. Daniel J. Siegel
Wednesday, September 16
Event starts at 7:30 pm - Doors open at 6:30 pm
M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC)
The Peninsula Arts & Letters and Kepler's Books are pleased to bring internationally acclaimed author and UCLA psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Siegel to the M-A Performing Arts Center (PAC). This special evening is presented in partnership with the M-A Parent Education Series and Menlo-Atherton High School.
Dr. Siegel will share the exciting neuroscience behind the heightened social, emotional and creative energy that drives teen behavior. Between the ages of 12 to 24, the brain changes in important and, at times, challenging ways. In "Brainstorm," Dr. Siegel dispels a number of commonly held myths about adolescent behavior and demonstrates that during these years children learn vital skills, such as how to leave home and enter the larger world, connect deeply with others, and safely experiment and take risks.
Drawing on important new research in the field of interpersonal neurobiology, Siegel explores exciting ways in which understanding how the brain functions can improve the lives of adolescents, making their relationships more fulfilling and less lonely and distressing on both sides of the generational divide.
Event is open to parents, students, faculty/staff, and community members.
Kepler's Books will offer sales of Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Founding Director, The Parent Education Series, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650-868-0590.
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The Parent Education Series on Facebook
Now you can like us on Facebook! The Parent Education Series Facebook page will keep you posted about upcoming parent education events, articles on parenting, schools and education, community parent events and more: https://www.facebook.com/ParentEdSeries.
Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, M.A., Founding Director, The Parent Education Series, at cmargot@csmconsulting.net or 650-868-0590.
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Student Travel Opportunites
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Travel to the Galápagos Islands & Ecuador in Summer 2016!
We currently have 6-8 spots left for M-A students to embark on a nine-day tour of the Galápagos Islands, which are most famous for the profound discoveries of Charles Darwin. In June, we will carry on that scientific tradition as we learn about the unique species that call the islands home. On mainland Ecuador, we will experience the local culture in Quito. Independence Plaza and the Intinan Museum will provide social context to the biological wonders of this fascinating country. Please contact Andy Stuart at astuart@seq.org for more details. ~Andrew Stuart, Resource Specialist |
Menlo-Atherton & Global Leaders' 18th Annual
Guatemala Service Learning Trip
Join us to participate in community service and build leadership skills.
- Travel
- Learn or improve Spanish-language skills
- Work side by side with Guatemalans in their communities
- Experience Guatemalan culture
- Meet new friends
- Strengthen old relationships
- Become a conscientious citizen and develop a stronger voice within your community
The Global Leaders experience is truly one of a kind. This summer we will begin work on our 19th school, plant two thousand more trees though our reforestation project, and serve at Hospital Hermano Pedro.
Save these two important dates!!
Mandatory Parent and Student Commitment Meeting
Wednesday, September 30, 6:00 to 7:30 in the MAHS library
Parent and Student info fair and meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 6:00 to 7:00 in the MAHS library
To learn more about the program, visit www.glcoca.org, or contact M-A Program Director, Andy Stuart in I-5 or by email at astuart@seq.org, or Adult Service Coordinator Nubia Cazares at ncazares@seq.org.__________________
Congratulations to the 2015-2016 M-A Global Leaders (GL) Executive Board! We are honored to welcome a powerful and positive group of young leaders to guide our current and future students through their Global Leadership journey and create a variety of service opportunities that benefit their peers on and off the Menlo-Atherton campus.
Student Executive Director
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Intercambio/Tutoring
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Executive Board Co-Presidents
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Peter Hilton
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Jaya Blanchard
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Quinn Rowland
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Christina Ralston
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Christian Fioretti
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Kelsey Reed
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Lucas Fioretti
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James Calhoon
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Isabella Montes
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Leadership Coordinators
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Karina Flores (Adult)
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Hannah Elisofon
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Kelly Woods
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Anika Kumar
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Siena Hooper
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Emery Dutta
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Claire Baszucki
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Sophia Goland
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Brynn Williams
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Katelyn Wiseman
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Casey Olson
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Natasha Auer
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Blake Henry
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Service-Learning Coordinators
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Surfrider's Chapter
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Pride Pals
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Molly Baxter
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James Calhoon (President)
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Lauren McLaughlin
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Clara Dewey
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Molly Briggs
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Madeline Heller
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Emma Rafter
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Margaret Child
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~Andrew Stuart, Resource Specialist
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Stanford Adolescent Sleep Study
Stanford University is currently conducting a study to help teens (14-18) go to bed earlier and wake up earlier. The treatment involves use of a light device that is placed by the teen's bedside and flashes periodically throughout the night. Teens also meet for four sessions with a licensed psychologist at Stanford to learn about sleep and strategies to improve sleep. The paid study requires completing a sleep diary daily for five weeks. To participate, please contact the Zeitzer Laboratory at teensleep@stanford.edu or 650-725-7767. |
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Live as if you were to die tomorrow;
learn as if you were to live forever.
~ Mahatma Gandhi
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From the BearNotes Editors
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Spanish Translation Editors Needed!
The BearNotes team would love to offer a full Spanish translation of the BearNotes newsletter each week to better support our Spanish-speaking community. We are hoping to find 2-4 bilingual parents (or students?) who could volunteer their time for a quick-turnaround translation. The job would require 1-2 hours on Saturdays every other week. If you could fill this role, please send a note to bearnotes@mabearspta.org. Thank you! |
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How to Submit Articles
Please keep articles short and focused. Longer TriVocis-style articles are welcome, but keep the most important info in the first paragraph. (Longer articles will show only the first paragraph in the BearNotes email and then continue on the M-A PTA website.)
- Email proofread submissions by midnight Thursday to bearnotes@mabearspta.org.
- Please do not send attachments. Send article content in the body of the email.
- Include details such as the event, date, time, location, contact info, and URL.
- Consider including a Spanish translation of your article for critical info. (Please email BearNotes if you need help with translation.)
- All submissions are subject to editing by the PTA.
For the PTA policies on BearNotes publication, please visit the M-A PTA website. M-A PTA does not endorse third-party events or submissions, nor take responsibility regarding the content of any third-party websites. |
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